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San Diego's he-man Jerry Schad – the rougher it gets, the better he likes it
While I had known that Jerry was very ill, I did not know of his passing until I received this Reader story. Over many years of hiking and exploring the "back country" I have come to depend on Jerry's guidance through all the magnificent books and articles he wrote. I am saddened to know that he is no longer with us but glad that he showed us the paths to so many great adventures - paths that we can still follow thanks to the work he did. I offer my condolences to his family and many friends, know that Jerry is sorely missed. Steve G.— September 28, 2011 3:12 p.m.
End of the Trail
Dear Jerry, I am saddened to read that this is your final installment of the Roam-O-Rama. Certainly the primary reason for sadness and concern is that you are ill and your illness is taking you away from something you obviously love doing. We will pray for the very best for you as you battle the disease. I have read every one of your columns since you started writing for The Reader years ago and have made many of the hikes you have described. I also have every issue of every book you have written covering San Diego and Orange Counties, and most of them have logged hundreds of miles in my pack. We've never met but through your work I feel that I know you and I can tell you with certainty that you have been a companion and guide on countless hikes we have taken following the trails you have marked. I wish you well and thank you again for all the joy and pleasure you have brought to our discovery of the trails and roads you have described. All the best, Steve G.— July 7, 2011 8:22 p.m.
Foster Point
This place is awesome, weather last weekend (Sept. 10-11-12, 2010)was perfect, views are forever. Thanks Jerry, for the reminder on this hike.— September 18, 2010 9:39 a.m.
Dyar Spring/Juaquapin Loop
Brings back lots of memories. Thanks Jerry!— June 14, 2009 12:34 p.m.
Pinyon Mountain
Jerry, thanks for the reminder. This is one of the best of the desert mountain areas and I haven't been there in a while.— February 5, 2009 4:38 p.m.
Aliso and Wood Canyons
Thanks Jerry. This place is a true delight in such an urbanized area.— May 14, 2008 3:18 p.m.